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Bend
Beautiful Bend, Oregon is an eclectic community with the smooth Deschutes River flowing right through the middle like a silk ribbon. Downtown Drake Park follows along the banks of the Deschutes and is host to many community events throughout the year.
The west side view looks striaght up at the stunning Cascade Mountains including the beautiful Three Sisters Mountains and Mt. Bachelor, showcasing world class skiing!! Downtown Bend offers an excellent choice of fine ethnic and northwest cuisine, shopping botiques and art gallerys.
Away from the downtown character, on the east side, you can find other shopping such as Costco, Home Depot, Boarders, Old Navy and Pier One.
Sisters
Towering forests of Ponderosa pines, snowy Cascade Mountains, pristine rivers, lakes and streams, sun drenched days and star-filled western nights - this is the special beauty of Sisters, Oregon. Sisters, elevation 3,100 feet, is located in western Deschutes County, just east of the Cascade Mountains in central Oregon. Once a lumber producing town, Sisters is now known as the Gateway to the Cascades. The downtown area has been transformed, and today Sisters is recognized as a unique place to shop with its many specialty stores and galleries.
Redmond
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Redmond for the many recreational opportunities. The dramatic spires and craggy palisades of Smith Rock State Park are just north of Redmond. World-class climbing adventures await both the neophyte and the experienced climber. There are also seven miles of hiking trails that follow the Crooked River and wind up the canyon walls to the top of the ridges. The Ogden Wayside Rest Area, also north of Redmond, allows visitors to view the 500 foot deep Crooked River Gorge, as well as breathtaking vistas of two of Oregon's highest mountains, Mt. Hood and Mt. Jefferson. Campgrounds and campsites are everywhere as Redmond is close to the Three Sisters Wilderness Area and the Deschutes National Forest. There are also many state parks. One of the parks in the area, Cove Palisades State Park, is next to Lake Billy Chinook. The view of the mountains and the beautiful shoreline provide the perfect backdrop for fishing, waterskiing, hiking, and other boating activities.
Golfers will love the selection of courses to choos from as 24 courses blanket the central Oregon area.
Because Redmond is only 14 miles north of Bend, you can participate in all of the amenities it has to offer, while still enjoying the small town feel of Redmond. With so many recreational and tourism opportunities nearby, you'll want to stay a while in Redmond.
Prineville
Prineville is located in Crook County northeast of Bend and west of Redmond along Highway 126.
This community was named for Barney Prine, local merchant. Prine's merchandise consisted primarily of good whiskey in the front room and some blacksmithing equipment in the back room.
The rimrocks that almost encircle Prineville, as well as the region's other geographic features, make the area a favorite place for rockhounds. Other regional activities include cross-country skiing, hiking, snowmobiling, boating and fishing. These activities are found at nearby Ochoco Lake State Park, and further south at Prineville Reservoir/State Park.
Bike trails, numerous parks and greenways make Prineville an outdoor city from the earliest days of spring until late in the fall. The city has its own railroad, aptly called the City of Prineville Railroad.
It's not that uncommon to see people with a boat or a four-wheel off-road vehicle. This is an area for outdoor fun and recreation.
Eugene
Home to more than 140,000 people, Eugene is Oregon's second largest city. It covers approximately 41.5 square miles, with the Willamette River running through the heart of the city and the McKenzie River joining the Willamette to the north of town. The elevation is 426 above sea level and the city's topography features Skinner Butte to the north of downtown and the south, the landmark Spencer Butte, now a 310-acre city park.
Eugene's climate, with an average temperature of 53 degrees, is one of the city's attractive features. Mild winters, long growing seasons, and few drastic weather changes are characteristic.
Eugene has a high percentage of professionals including doctors, lawyers, architects, and educators. One third of the city's population has completed four or more years of college.
Eugene is home to Univercity of Oregon, Northwest Christian College, Lane Community College, and Eugene Bible College.
Salem
Welcome to the Salem area, home of Oregon?s capital city, and the beautiful region of Marion County and Polk Countys!
Some of the things that make our area so special are the historic attractions that date back to pioneer days, and terrific events such as the Salem Art Fair & Festival, Oregon State Fair, Festival of Lights Holiday Parade, Jefferson Mint Harvest Festival, Aurora Colony Day, Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Annual Pow Wow and many others.
We?re famous for our world-class wines, and home to breathtaking gardens abloom with acres of tulips, daffodils, peonies and iris. Stop by the nearby town of Silverton and tour The Oregon Garden, with its gorgeous water features and theme gardens.
The Salem area is a great place for kids and families, with one of the top children?s museum in the Pacific Northwest, as well as a storybook theme park and thrilling amusement park.
Love outdoor recreation? You couldn?t find a better spot. Skiing, hiking, camping, fishing and boating are all popular, and just a short drive away. Nature lovers will enjoy four of Oregon?s wonderful state parks, plus two National Wildlife Refuges.
Portland
Big city excitement and small town charm make Portland, Oregon, known as "the City of Roses", one of the favorite destinations on the west coast. Portland is situated approximately 70 miles from the Pacific Ocean and has a magnificent setting, combining sparkling waterways with lush greenery rarely found in urban settings. Portland's historic old town, many galleries and museums, Saturday Market, Waterfront Park, and theatre companies will keep visitors busy for weeks! Also, Portland is just a short distance from valley wineries, skiing at Timberline Lodge and all of the excitement of the Oregon coast.
Portland is known for its extensive park system of more than 240 parks. These encompass such areas as the elm shaded South Park Blocks in the downtown area, Washington Park, home of the Rose Test Gardens, and Portland's most extensive park, Forest Park, which is the largest wilderness park within city limits in the U.S. From the approximately 5,090 acre Forest Park to tiny 24 inch Mills End Park, Portland's park system offers leisure and recreation opportunities for everyone.
Nightlife adventures in Portland are excellent and varied. On top of the list is the internationally-known Oregon Symphony. Portland also has many local pubs and brewhouses that feature jazz and blues. Be sure to visit the various comedy clubs and try the art gallery walks in the Pearl District. The performing arts in the area offer ballet, Shakespeare, Broadway musicals, modern dance and much more. Portland is the home of the Trail Blazers basketball team, and also has hockey and baseball for sports fans.
A splendid location, relaxed respectability, and an urban lifestyle that is unsurpassed for its livability makes Portland a city to visit and remember.
Southern Oregon
Welcome to Southern Oregon!
The Rogue Umpqua National Scenic Byway takes you from Roseburg and the Land of Umpqua through the splendid Upper Rogue Region to Gold Hill near Medford. The Oregon Outback National Scenic Byway from Lakeview offers the high desert of Eastern Oregon. The national byways of Southern Oregon offer scenery and adventure you won't find anywhere else the world.
Roseburg and the Land of Umpqua bring waterfalls, wineries, and Wildlife Safari Game Park. Visit the wonderful Roseburg Visitor Center just off Interstate 5 for a delightful introduction to the Land of Umpqua. Canyonville on Interstate 5 is home to Seven Feathers Hotel & Casino Resort with casual and fine dining, lodging, and gaming.
Medford's "The Center of the Rogue Valley" with a downtown offering the Southern Oregon History Center, Craterian Theatre, great shopping and dining, and the Jazz Jubilee every October. Nearby are the Eden Valley Orchards Education Center and Voorhies Mansion where you learn how pears and grapes are grown, part of Southern Oregon's Wine and Farm Tour. Railroad park is home to trains from Oregon's past and free rides on mini steam trains. You'll find great lodging at Medford's Rogue Regency Inn, Red Lion Hotel, and Windmill Inns.
Klamath County is home to Crater Lake, Klamath Lake, and the Volcanic Legacy National Scenic Byway / All American Road through Klamath County featuring wildlife, history, and two national parks. The Running Y Resort offers lodging, dining and world class golf in one of American's top planned communities. The Summer Lake Inn in Lake County offers first class amenities in a pristine natural setting. Click here for Crater Lake area listings.
Jacksonville is one of only a handful of American cities designated as Historical Landmarks. Jacksonville also hosts one of the west's top outdoor music venues at the Britt Festival and Gardens - a natural amphitheater surrounded by the Jacksonville Woodlands Project.
Gold Beach, on Coast Highway 101, is home to Jetboating adventures with Rogue River Mail Boats and Jerry's Rogue Jets. Follow the Pacific Coast National Scenic Byway to many beautiful Oregon State Parks and the cities of Brookings, Gold Beach, and Port Orford along America's Wild Rivers Coast. Also on this byways route are Bandon by the sea, Reedsport, Lighthouses, State Parks, North Bend, Coos Bay, and Charleston.
Ashland is home to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Lithia Park, and the new "hands on" science museum. Check into the Ashland Springs Hotel, a newly restored historical masterpiece. Enjoy luxurious in-room hot spring baths at the Lithia Springs Inn B&B, or the elegant comforts of the Ashland's new Plaza Inn & Suites. See more lodging listings by clicking here.
Grants Pass, "Where the Rogue River Runs" offers history, rafting, fishing and Hellgate Jetboat Excursions narrated river tours. The Rogue region is home to many expert guides who will outfit your party for safe and spectacular trips down the Rogue, Klamath, North Umpqua, and more, including Rogue Wilderness, Whitewater Warehouse, Rogue Klamath River Adventures, Adventure Center, and Noah's River Adventures. Camp on the river with great meals served in style on the riverbank or be pampered in a remote river lodge. Morrison's Rogue River Lodge and Rafting offers rooms, rafting, and dining. Clark Gable's favorite hideaway was the Weasku Inn on the Rogue River.
The Oregon Caves National Monument is home to a historic bark-clad chateau nestled in old growth and an unforgettable underground tour. Take in a winery tour in the nearby Illinois Valley / Cave Junction area.
The Pacific Coast National Scenic Byway features several fabulous Oregon State Parks and the cities of Brookings, Gold Beach, and Port Orford along America's Wild Rivers Coast. Also on the route are Bandon by the sea, Reedsport, Lighthouses, State Parks, North Bend, Coos Bay, and Charleston.
Eastern Oregon
Eastern Oregon is a place of awesome beauty?from Hells Canyon?s wildest rapids to the glimmering peaks of the Wallowas, from the rolling wheat fields of the Columbia River Plateau to the rugged breaks of Steens Mountain. The skies are wide and blue, and beautiful scenery unfolds around every bend in the road. Adventure awaits you.
East Oregonians are proud of their heritage ? Chief Joseph, Lewis and Clark, Oregon Trail pioneers, and those who followed to settle the land. Their traditions and celebrations are rooted in the earth, the water, the wildlife, and the climate. See why parts of Eastern Oregon are called "The Alps" of The United States!
Vancover, Wa
Vancouver, Washington sits on the north bank of the Columbia River directly across from Portland, Oregon. The Pacific Coast is less than 90 miles to the west. The Cascade Mountain Range rises on the east. Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument and Mt. Hood are less than two hours away. The spectacular Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area lies 30 minutes to the east. Vancouver combines the excitement of a major metropolitan area with small-town charm and abundant recreational opportunities.
Vancouver enjoys mild weather with less average annual rainfall than Boston, Washington, D.C. or Atlanta. Seasons are distinct. Summer temperatures generally climb into the 80s. Winter nights rarely fall below 30 degrees fahrenheit. Our moderate climate results in lush forests and abundant foliage. Springtime explodes with blossoming trees and shrubs.
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